Skipper Eugene Nimmo ~ DeSoto December 21, 1945 - June 17, 2026

Skip Eugene Nimmo, 80, of DeSoto, Illinois, passed away peacefully at his residence on June 17, 2026, surrounded by his loving wife and family.

He was born on December 21, 1945, in Grand Tower, Illinois, the son of the late Edwin Lavern and Rosemary (Clover) Nimmo.

Skip proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War and was honored to have defended the nation he loved. He was a man of many talents and enjoyed spending his time fishing, hunting, and tinkering in his garage. Known for his ability to fix just about anything, Skipper was always willing to lend a helping hand to family, friends, and neighbors. While he enjoyed many hobbies throughout his life, nothing brought him greater joy than the love of his wife, children, grandchildren, and extended family.

On August 13, 1977, he married the love of his life, Carol Ann “Sis” Tomich, in DeSoto, Illinois. Together they shared 48 wonderful years of marriage, building a life centered on love, family, and unwavering devotion to one another.

Left to cherish his memory are his beloved wife, Carol Nimmo of DeSoto; his children Alisia and Tim Stevens, Mark (Jennifer) Nimmo of Delphi Falls, New York, Skipper Nimmo of Elko, Nevada, and Tracy (Stephen) Thomson of Golden, Colorado; his grandchildren, Cody (Sarah), Keegan, Karsten, Kholie, Skipper III, Awstin, Ricky, and Autum; six great-grandchildren; his brothers, Mark (Kay) Nimmo of DeSoto and Bob Nimmo of Christopher; his sister, Kathy (Buck) Miller of Christopher; and many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.

The family would also like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to Zipper, Shelly, Cheryl, and Julie for their kindness, support, and friendship throughout the years and especially during Skipper’s time of need.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Edwin and Rosemary Nimmo; his brother, Roy Nimmo; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Bud and Bonnie Reeves; and his sister-in-law, Sharon Daron.

In honor of Skip’s service and patriotism, memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, 1120 G Street NW, Suite 700, Washington, DC 20005.

A Celebration of Life and interment will be held at a later date.

Walker Funeral Home and Crematory of Southern Illinois has been entrusted with arrangements.